Nukuhou North School vs Te Kura O Te Teko
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 31 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nukuhou North School
Whakatane · State full primary · Years 1–8
61 students
Te Kura O Te Teko
Te Teko · State full primary · Years 1–8
151 students
| Measure | Nukuhou North School Whakatane, Bay of Plenty | Te Kura O Te Teko Te Teko, Bay of Plenty |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 18 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #96 of 101 | #92 of 101 |
| National rank | #1530 of 1,559 | #1512 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 61 | 151 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 532 | 532 |
| Total roll | 61 | 151 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -22.9% | -22.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 88.5% | 96.7% |
| Pacific students | 4.9% | 7.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Whakatane | Te Teko |
| region | Bay of Plenty | Bay of Plenty |
| Website | www.nukuhou.school.nz | www.teteko.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Te Kura O Te Teko scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (19.8 vs 18.0).
- •Te Kura O Te Teko does better on roll size (151 vs 61).
- •Te Kura O Te Teko does better on roll growth (5 years) (-22.8% vs -22.9%).
- •Te Kura O Te Teko is the larger school with 151 students compared with 61.
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Nukuhou North School better than Te Kura O Te Teko?
On the Success Index (NZ), Te Kura O Te Teko ranks higher (19.8 vs 18.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Nukuhou North School and Te Kura O Te Teko?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Whakatane and Te Teko in Bay of Plenty.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Nukuhou North School: 532. Te Kura O Te Teko: 532. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Nukuhou North School and Te Kura O Te Teko rank in Bay of Plenty?
Nukuhou North School is 96th of 101 and Te Kura O Te Teko is 92nd of 101 among full primary schools in Bay of Plenty on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).